Benjamin Buckman
Fort Atkinson,WI
Summary
Proven Front End Operator at AztalanBio, adept in hazardous materials handling and enhancing operational efficiency. Excelled in implementing SOPs and leading teams towards achieving environmental compliance. Demonstrated expertise in emergency procedures and laboratory techniques, significantly improving safety and productivity.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Front End Operator
AztalanBio
Johnson Creek, WI
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted in troubleshooting issues with the machines.
- Kept records of material or equipment usage and completed entries in production logs.
- Conducted periodic checks on system settings to ensure optimal performance.
- Adhered strictly to safety regulations in the use of chemicals, power tools and other equipment.
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
- Calculated flow rates to determine fill times, and adjusted those rates accordingly to avoid spills, explosions, and comply with HSE and OSHA regulations.
- Adjusted machine speed and feed rate according to product specifications.
- Maintained records of daily activities, including production numbers, downtime data, and quality control results.
- Writing hot work and confined space permits.
Refinery Operator
Clausen's Quality Chocolate
Watertown, WI
06.2021 - 03.2024
- Managed inventory of supplies needed for day-to-day operations within the refinery.
- Communicated with other workers by telephone and radio to coordinate pump operations.
- Participated in training sessions designed to enhance knowledge of technical procedures.
- Ensured compliance with safety procedures while performing job duties.
- Analyzed samples for quality control purposes using laboratory instruments such as gas chromatographs or spectrometers.
- Completed preventative maintenance tasks for machinery and scheduled large-scale repairs.
Control Room Operator
Providence Alaska Medical Center
Anchorage, AK
05.2020 - 12.2021
- Utilized problem-solving skills to diagnose issues with machinery or software programs.
- Regulated power-generating equipment using control boards or semi-automatic equipment.
- Communicated effectively with other team members regarding changes or updates related to production operations.
- Took regulatory action based on readings from charts, meters and gauges.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Marketing
WGU
Salt Lake City, UT08-2025
Associate of Applied Science - Process Technology
UAA
Anchorage, AK05-2015
Skills
- Hazardous materials handling
- Operational efficiency
- SOP implementation
- Team supervision
- Emergency procedures
- Distributed Control System
- Environmental compliance
- Laboratory techniques
Certification
- CPR certified
- Certificate in Petroleum
- Class D drivers license
Timeline
Front End Operator
AztalanBio
08.2023 - Current
Refinery Operator
Clausen's Quality Chocolate
06.2021 - 03.2024
Control Room Operator
Providence Alaska Medical Center
05.2020 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Marketing
WGU
Associate of Applied Science - Process Technology
UAA
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